Versailles Motorcycle Sidecar Tour with Txango Tours

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Patron Producer: Karen Pierce

My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa and hoping to make the city of light my home base - at least for the foreseeable future. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlogged daily for 3+ years, and love pizza a little too much.

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FAQ:
How long have you lived in France? Over four years now, holy cow.

What do you miss most about ho- NACHOS

Where are you from originally? - Pullman, Washington - a small university/agricultural town near Idaho (and yes, the potatoes are amazing).

What do you edit with? - Adobe Premiere - it's pretty much all I've ever used since high school.

Aren't you ever freaked out by leaving your camera behind to film yourself? - Yep. But not too badly - I tend to be careful when I do.

Do you make money off YouTube? - Ha, sorta. I wish. It took me over 500 videos to make my first total $100 off adsense. I think it will slowly change, but VERY slowly.

But I want to send you something tangible! - I do have a wishlist on Amazon, though it's a bit complicated with the international shipping situation. So instead people often drop off or ship things to the Peloton Cafe in Paris for me.

Thanks for watching!

[CraigMische]

I love that Cooper is keeping a close eye on you during the ride. Dogs are the best.

[MarkVicars]

Nice! What a life you've carved out for yourself! Champagne picnic at Versailles with beautiful dancers...tough dude.

[annaburch]

ever since you posted about those Papadew peppers a while back, I've been craving them!! I'd love to spend a whole day in Versailles, not just doing the chateau, but the market and the grounds for a picnic, as well. Cooper looks like he had fun, as usual - livin' his best petit chien life. 😉

[milaprskalo]

Thanks, another fantastic episode. You should be awarded by the France's tourism board. Cheers to you.

[JBugz]

Oh It's Bruno! - I remembered him from an older video! 😍

[ApeApes]

Jay, I just read about Txango Tours yesterday in the Washington Post -- and then quickly signed up for a Paris Monuments tour on the afternoon of my last day in Paris next month! When I filled out the online form to make my reservation, I noticed that the "Where did you hear about us?" drop-down menu included you, and then found this video. Looks like so much fun.

BTW, I have memories of sitting along the canal having a picnic lunch -- but that would have been before you were born. Back when Versailles was not so crowded. Have not been back in more than 50 years.

[JCF]

Memories! Many years ago. Guided bike tour to Versailles. Farmers" Market. Picnic and a thunderstorm. Shelter under the trees. But your sidecar ride is even cooler than the bikes. Thanks for this one.

[valeriehardee]

I love hearing you speak French! You’ve got a great accent. I’m learning and my accent needs a lot of work!

[erikat]

I was literally thinking of Versailles this morning and how I want to see it again and chill. 😜 Thank you for bringing it to me!

[andyshacks]

That looked awesome. What a way to visit Versailles! Shame about your drone but it did get some great footage before its untimely demise. Bruno’s store looked lovely - mmm saucisson with Comté. What’s not to like ! 👍👍

[KarinLynnBates]

Much fun!! So great Bruno and his wife remember you and also that your viewers have gone to his market booth! Cooper is such a little cutie. 🥰

[Luke-]

Luv the Cabaret Callabos! This sidecar looks to be a blast!

[FoodieTownCA]

I am absolutely booking this next time I am in Paris - the Vice and Violence tour they also offer looks like it involves wine so definitely up my alley! Such a fabulous way to explore!

[nickpapagiorgio]

Wonderful. Video Jay! It’s been awhile for me so I’ll be going thru many many videos that I’ve missed over the past 6 months or so! I started with this one because I love vintage motorcycles, cooper, beautiful blondes, foise gras, and Versailles! Lol this looked like an amazing day man glad to be back!

[tracyjohnson]

Great video once again, Jay. It looks like you guys had an amazing time. The weather looked perfect that day too.

[gingermele]

This is a great video Jay! You gave us some great ideas, showed you and your friends having fun. The color on this camera is amazing! It’s nice that you are feeling successful enough that you can bring up other businesses as well and help them succeed they will succeed and so will you. I love the aerial shots. It looks like a fun day all around! Thank you Jay I wish you continued success

[jemwxyz]

It looked like a yummy lunch!
I have ridden a bicycle at Versailles...it was soooo much fun. The cobblestones made it memorable!
Good job, Jay!

[hildabrunski]

Love the newest vlog Jay! You always show people the unexpected non-touristy way to do famous sights. The marché & picnic at Versailles are a perfect example! Excellent - looking forward to new vlogs in season 9!

[lucamoin]

Happy for you jay, what an awesome day

[joyuk]

Wow! I haven’t even got to the end of the video and I’ve already added this onto my ‘must do’ list!